Drawing of 1939 Lincoln Zephyr Special Convertible Coupe, 1938
THF126841 / Drawing of 1939 Lincoln Zephyr Special Convertible Coupe, 1938
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Artifact Overview
Edsel Ford's prototype Lincoln Continental was based on the streamlined Lincoln Zephyr. Ford and designer E.T. "Bob" Gregorie extended the Zephyr's hood 12 inches, lowered its body three inches, and removed the running boards, among other modifications. The result was a long, low car with an elegant European look. The first-generation production Lincoln Continental was built from 1940 through 1948.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
October 1938
Creator Notes
Original design drawing by E.T. Gregorie
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
84.1.1660.P.O.4270
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8 in
Width: 10 in
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